Title Information Faculty TitleLecturer I Job Class Code10050 FLSAExempt Position Information Posting NumberFRGV1973 Working TitleSchool of Music: Lecturer I – Percussion/Jazz Studies Number of Vacancies1 LocationRio Grande Valley, Texas Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position3 years Tenure StatusNon Tenure Track FTE1.0 Scope of Job The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks applications for a Lecturer I in Percussion and Jazz Studies to join the School of Music beginning Fall 2026. Primary responsibilities include teaching percussion courses (such as Applied Percussion, Percussion Ensemble, and Percussion Methods), directing Jazz Combo, and teaching additional courses aligned with the candidate’s experience and expertise, as assigned by the Director of the School of Music. This position requires close collaboration with School of Music faculty and includes instructional responsibilities on both the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses. The successful candidate will carry the standard academic teaching load for a three-year appointment at the Lecturer I rank, equivalent to a 5/5 teaching load. Faculty at UTRGV are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to student success; to advancing the missions of the university, college, and academic program; and to supporting UTRGV’s vision, mission, and core priorities. Minimum Qualifications MM, or equivalent in music, from an accredited university. Applicants will be considered if the degree will be complete by July 1, 2026. Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Experience performing and teaching percussion. Preferred Qualifications DMA . A record of successful teaching. License or Certification Required?No SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience. All positions are subject to budget approval. Desired Start Date09/01/2026 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Open Date02/01/2026 Close Date04/01/2026 Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Special Instructions to Applicants Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; conviction verification conducted on applicant selected. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview. All applicants must apply on line: careers.utrgv.edu Required Documents + Letter of Interest + Curriculum Vitae + links to video recordings that demonstrate their performance and/or teaching experience. + Unofficial Transcripts (once hired, official transcripts are required) + List 3 Reference (include the contact’s name, title, phone number, and email address) Please Note Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval. Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/50064 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Other Document + List of 3 References + Letter of Interest Optional Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Teaching Philosophy + Writing / Publication Sample + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Multi Media + Certifications and Licenses + Training Certificates + Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3 + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts + Teaching Statement + Research Statement + Additional Document + NCCPA Certification + State Licensure + Representative Research Publication/Grant Documents